Where can i go wilderness camping in the Midwest?

I would love to go wilderness camping without a campsite somewhere near chicago. I will drive up to 4 hours to get somewhere. I was thinking michigan but am open to other suggestions. I have looked all over the internet and havent been able to find a place that you can just go out into the wilderness and pitch a tent. Please help!Where can i go wilderness camping in the Midwest?
isle royal national park is in michigan; but it takes some work to get to the actual park, i think you need a ferry to get you to the island that is isle royale...but once there you;ll see moose and hear wolves at night



http://www.nps.gov/isro
Is there any wilderness camp programs for teens in Royal Natl Park in MI? Anyone know of any good ones?

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Where can i go wilderness camping in the Midwest?
Try Chequamegon or Nicolet National Forest in Wisconsin...



http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf/





There should be a ton of "primitive" campsites.. they're better because there is no electricity, usually no running water and toilets... very peaceful..



Your best resource is Don Wright's Guide to Free Campgrounds. It's a book (an east and west addition) that lists campgrounds in forests and other secluded places that are $12 and under for one night's stay. I use it as my camping bible.. i don't want to stay where RVs and generators are... I suggest you get a copy.. it will help you plan your trip better....
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier/

Hoosier national Forest is about 4 hours

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